Hi All

I have just rented my first apartment, or so I thought...

The apartment was up for rent by a popular agency in the area. I contacted them and sent all the required information through to them. They preceded with the credit checks and all of that. Everything seemed to be in order and I sent them the singed lease contract and paid the deposit (Within the required 2 days). The agency replied by saying they will forward the lease agreement to the lessor, for his signature, and send me back a copy thereof. One week after this mail I received a mail from them that stated the apartment is no longer for rent and is now reserved for the lessor's family. After a telephone discussion with the agency I discovered that they have not even sent the documents through to the lessor.

I feel this is very unprofessional from the agency . I would just like to know if there is something I could do? Or is it just the best to demand my deposit back and move on?

Thanks!